2009 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Opel Astra and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Astra | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
